Kikuyu singer Ngaruiya Junior has finally addressed the shocking food poisoning incident that left dozens of attendees hospitalised following a dinner party to mark the release of his latest song.
The event, held on Sunday, November 30, 2025, at a popular Thika Road hotel, drew fans and fellow artistes including Evangelist Lucy Wa Ngunjiri, Karangu Muraya, Ben Githae, Loise Kim, and Tash, the widower of the late Betty Bayo.
What was meant to be a celebratory evening quickly turned into chaos as several guests fell severely ill after dining.
Speaking on Thursday, December 4, Ngaruiya revealed that 30 people, including performers, were rushed to hospitals following stomach complications.
Thankfully, most have since been treated and discharged, with only one individual, identified as Don, still receiving care at St Mary’s Hospital along Kiambu Road.
“In total, 30 people were affected and rushed to hospitals. Currently, only Don remains admitted at St Mary’s; the rest have been treated and discharged. I thank the hospitals for their prompt care and for preventing any fatalities,” Ngaruiya said.
The singer has demanded accountability from the hotel management, insisting on a full report within 24 hours to clarify the cause of the food poisoning — whether it was due to contaminated ingredients, mishandling, or another factor.
“I want that hotel to provide a full report detailing what happened to my friends, what went wrong with the food, and what occurred after they ate. I paid fully for good food and service, and I want justice for everyone who attended,” he said.
Authorities are already involved. Ngaruiya has reported the matter to the county government, the national Department of Health, and the police, all of whom are investigating the incident.
Amid the chaos, rumours circulated suggesting the singer himself had avoided the food because he was somehow responsible for the food poisoning.
Ngaruiya dismissed these claims, explaining that he had not eaten beforehand due to the pressures of hosting the event.
“I only ate meat that singer Martin Wa Janet was eating because I wasn’t in the mood to eat while uncertain about how the event would go. My focus was on managing the event and ensuring my friends were safe, not on eating,” he clarified.
As investigations continue, guests and fans are left waiting for answers, while Ngaruiya maintains his commitment to ensuring the hotel is held accountable for what he calls a disturbing lapse in safety and service.
